Ohio Marine Trades Association

Ohio Marine Trades Association Ohio Marine Trades Association (OMTA) is a membership organization representing various types of businesses serving Ohio's recreational boating community.

OMTA's mission is to promote and support the growth of the marine industry statewide.

Cleveland, it’s time to Rock the Dock!The Progressive North Coast Harbor Boat Show returns September 18–20 for a weekend...
09/11/2026

Cleveland, it’s time to Rock the Dock!

The Progressive North Coast Harbor Boat Show returns September 18–20 for a weekend on the water in the heart of downtown Cleveland.

Climb aboard, explore the latest boats, meet local dealers and marine businesses, enjoy waterfront activities and discover everything that makes boating on Lake Erie so special.

Admission is FREE — so grab your crew and make the waterfront your weekend destination!

September 18–20 | North Coast Harbor

Marine Career Spotlight: Marina Dock/Fuel Attendant Love being on the water and working with people? A career as a Marin...
09/10/2026

Marine Career Spotlight: Marina Dock/Fuel Attendant

Love being on the water and working with people? A career as a Marina Dock/Fuel Attendant is a great way to get started in the marine industry.

Dock and Fuel Attendants are often the first friendly face boaters see when they arrive at the marina. They assist with fueling and docking, welcome customers, help keep the marina clean and organized, handle point-of-sale transactions, and support daily marina operations to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

Typical Salary: $15–$22/hour
High school diploma or GED
Great for customer-focused individuals who enjoy working outdoors
A perfect entry point into a rewarding career in the marine industry

Interested in this career? Visit ohiomarinecareers.com to learn more about becoming a Marina Dock/Fuel Attendant and explore opportunities throughout Ohio's marine industry.

OMTA’s Joe Sugalski and Marielena Maggio attended the Healing Our Waters Restoration Tour on Thursday September 3rd at t...
09/07/2026

OMTA’s Joe Sugalski and Marielena Maggio attended the Healing Our Waters Restoration Tour on Thursday September 3rd at the InterCity Yacht Club in Cleveland, focused on how the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) and the CHEERS project are helping transform Cleveland’s lakefront and expand community access to the water.

Marielena participated as a panelist, highlighting the importance of recreational boating, access to our waterways, and introducing more people to life on the water. She emphasized how early exposure to boating and other water-based experiences can spark a lifelong connection to the water—and even create pathways to careers in the recreational marine industry.

The event brought together community leaders, elected officials, water advocates and regional partners to discuss how environmental restoration, economic development and recreational boating can work together to create stronger Great Lakes communities.

What a night celebrating Lake Erie!OMTA was proud to serve as a Presenting Sponsor of the Lake Erie Foundation’s Celebra...
09/04/2026

What a night celebrating Lake Erie!

OMTA was proud to serve as a Presenting Sponsor of the Lake Erie Foundation’s Celebrate the Lake event at Catawba Island Club on August 26th, bringing together so many people who care deeply about the future of our lake and the communities that surround it.

We were especially excited to have our guests from the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative join us for the evening, continuing the conversations and connections from our Recreational Boating Economy Roundtable the night before.

From recreation and tourism to economic development and environmental stewardship, Lake Erie touches so many parts of our lives — and events like this are a great reminder of how much we all share through the water.

A huge thank you to the Lake Erie Foundation for another fantastic Celebrate the Lake event. OMTA was thrilled to be part of it!

Marine Career Spotlight: Electronics Specialist Do you enjoy technology, troubleshooting, and hands-on problem solving? ...
09/03/2026

Marine Career Spotlight: Electronics Specialist

Do you enjoy technology, troubleshooting, and hands-on problem solving? A career as a Marine Electronics Specialist keeps today's boats connected, safe, and ready for the water.

Marine Electronics Specialists install, maintain, and repair onboard technology, including GPS systems, radar, communication equipment, and navigation electronics. They diagnose issues, perform software and hardware updates, and ensure critical systems operate reliably for every trip.

Typical Salary: $22–$35/hour
Vocational training or certifications in marine electronics, such as NMEA certification, recommended
Work with cutting-edge navigation and communication technology
Perfect for those who enjoy combining technical skills with hands-on work

Interested in this career? Visit ohiomarinecareers.com to learn more about becoming a Marine Electronics Specialist and explore opportunities throughout Ohio's marine industry.

The 2026 OMTA Educational Foundation Golf Outing was a huge success!We welcomed 86 golfers across 22 teams to Catawba Is...
09/02/2026

The 2026 OMTA Educational Foundation Golf Outing was a huge success!

We welcomed 86 golfers across 22 teams to Catawba Island Club for a beautiful day on the course, with perfect weather from start to finish.

This year’s outing raised a record-breaking $37,275 for the OMTA Educational Foundation — the most the event has ever raised! Proceeds from the outing support scholarships, workforce development initiatives and marine trades education, helping strengthen the future of Ohio’s recreational boating and marine industry.

Congratulations to our first-place team:
• Erik Kyle
• Chris Bosinger
• Nick Meyers
• Steve Hartman

We also want to recognize our Named Scholarship Sponsors — Huron Lagoons Marina, Holiday Harbor Marina and Boats Group — and thank all of our sponsors, golfers, donors and supporters who helped make this year’s outing such a success.

It was an incredible day of golf, networking and supporting the future of Ohio’s marine industry.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the 2026 outing our most successful yet. We’ll see you next year! ⛳️

Help Shape the Future of Ohio’s Marina IndustryThe Ohio Clean Marinas Program is encouraging marina owners, operators, a...
09/01/2026

Help Shape the Future of Ohio’s Marina Industry

The Ohio Clean Marinas Program is encouraging marina owners, operators, and others throughout Ohio’s marine industry to complete the 2026 Ohio Business Retention & Expansion Survey.

This short survey is designed to help identify the needs, barriers, and opportunities facing Ohio’s marina and marine businesses, supporting efforts to strengthen business retention, continuity, and future growth across the industry.

Responses will be held in the strictest confidence, and participants should answer only the questions they feel comfortable completing.

Please complete the survey by September 30, 2026. Bonus: Respondents will be entered for a chance to win one of three Spill Kits!

Greater Sandusky Partnership is proud to support the OMTA Educational Foundation and its work to strengthen workforce de...
08/31/2026

Greater Sandusky Partnership is proud to support the OMTA Educational Foundation and its work to strengthen workforce development, education and career pathways within Ohio’s marine trades.

As a regional chamber focused on driving economic growth and vitality across the Greater Sandusky Bay Region, Greater Sandusky Partnership works to attract and retain talent, support local businesses and build a skilled workforce prepared for the region’s future.

With the marine industry playing an important role throughout the Shores & Islands Ohio region, partnerships like this help connect people with meaningful careers while supporting the businesses and communities that make our waterfront economy thrive.

Thank you, Greater Sandusky Partnership, for investing in the future of Ohio’s marine industry!

More than a membership. A partner in your success.When you join the Ohio Marine Trades Association, you're investing in ...
08/31/2026

More than a membership. A partner in your success.

When you join the Ohio Marine Trades Association, you're investing in more than an organization—you're joining a statewide network dedicated to strengthening Ohio's marine industry.

-Advocate for the issues that impact your business
-Build valuable industry connections
-Stay informed with timely communications
-Access professional development and educational opportunities

Whether you're a marina, dealer, manufacturer, supplier, or marine service provider, OMTA is working behind the scenes to help your business grow while protecting the future of recreational boating in Ohio.

What helps build a strong Great Lakes city? Access to the water, a vibrant waterfront economy and opportunities for peop...
08/29/2026

What helps build a strong Great Lakes city? Access to the water, a vibrant waterfront economy and opportunities for people to experience the lake through recreational boating. 🌊

OMTA was proud to host representatives from the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative at the Sandusky Yacht Club on Wednesday, August 26, for a Recreational Boating Economy Roundtable, moderated by Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne.

Leaders from government, tourism, economic development, environmental organizations and Ohio’s marine industry came together for an engaging conversation about the role recreational boating plays in shaping successful Great Lakes communities.

From supporting local businesses and jobs to driving tourism, strengthening waterfront communities and creating a personal connection to the water, recreational boating is an important part of what makes a Great Lakes city a Great Lakes city.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the evening such a tremendous success. We look forward to continuing these conversations and ensuring recreational boating remains part of the discussion as Great Lakes communities plan for the future.

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